The Cuban Missile Crisis
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Cuban Missile Crisis: Tensions and Restraint
This chapter examines the decision-making processes during the Cuban Missile Crisis, focusing on President Kennedy's choice of a naval blockade to manage the situation diplomatically. It highlights the perilous circumstances faced by Soviet submarine commanders and the precarious command over nuclear arms in Cuba, leading to high-stakes tensions. The resolution reveals the complexities of the crisis, showcasing contrasting outcomes for Kennedy and Khrushchev, while suggesting Fidel Castro emerged as the long-term victor.
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